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Avatar for Mega Power Electric, Inc
Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
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Designer - Interior Lighting PlanOutdoor Lighting - Plan and InstallOutdoor Lighting - Repair

Serving Arcata, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently had Mega Power Electric Inc install a solar system and panels. The President and provided excellent communication all the way through the process. He even met with us after installation to explain the almost incomprehensible PG&E bill. Although not the least expensive bid, his was competitive and I felt he was as interested in educating me about solar and the various types of panels and inverter systems as he was in selling a system. He demonstrated how the array of panels would meet our energy needs and as opposed to some of the other companies, wasn't selling us more than we needed. We are very satisfied with our solar system and I highly recommended Mega Power Electric Inc."
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Homemade Design
3.7(
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Designer - Interior Lighting Plan

Serving Arcata, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"It is a waste of money. The great majority of people are not going to find any value out of the service. If you need design consultation, you need a full service consultation. If you already have knowledge and experience, and you just need to get a few ideas, then you don't need to pay for that. You can just get a magazine or a book since you already have the knowledge of basic designs in your head or a little bit of experience. To have someone call you and give you information over the phone, you are not getting the personal service that you need. You may as well take the money $49 and apply it to something else like getting someone else to come out and give you the service that you need. Because, you are not getting much, you are not getting anything at all. They are going to have you do the work. After talking to them and I was talking to other home designers, I found out that that was a waste of time and waste of money. I gave them a C because they didn't fail at what they do but they don't offer any value for what they do. There's not much value to it. The cost was fair. They didn't do a terrible job and the cost isn't terrible, it was only $49. It just has a very low value. For responsiveness I gave them a B because they will answer your phone and answer your emails."
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Repair & Remodel Experts
4.5(
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Designer - Interior Lighting Plan

Serving Arcata, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Darnell is very professional. We have young children and I very much appreciated that he and his crew were on time everyday and cleaned up every day after they left. Communication was easy with both him and his wife who primarily does the scheduling. The price was outstanding and we would recommend them to anyone who is looking for a general contractor in our area.
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Bella Casa Window Fashions
3.6(
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Designer - Interior Lighting Plan

Serving Arcata, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The shutters were delivered on time and for the price that was quoted. I was very pleased with the installation, attention to detail and overall customer experience. I am very happy with my purchase and would not hesitate to recommend them to friends and family."
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RavenThorn Interior Design
5.0(
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Designer - Interior Lighting Plan

Serving Arcata, CA and surrounding areas

RavenThorn Interior Design serves the most discerning clientele in all the far Northern California counties including Trinity, Shasta, Humboldt, Mendocino and Siskiyou with the following services:\n\nComprehensive design and project management including the execution of full-scale remodeling and decorating projects. We assist clients in formulating the design theme and realizing their vision for the project with the associated scope of work and budget projections.\n\nWe work directly with vendors and dealers to triage, source and order all items such as decorative objects, custom furnishings and fabrics. Our follow through includes delivery, installation and final styling and staging.\nFinishing details such as luxury bed and bath linens procured from the finest American and European mills.\n\nDeluxe home automation as well as audio visual consultation and advisory services.

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Mar Azul 2 Bedroom Ocean Front Privately Owned Condominium
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Renovated and redesigned living space and listening room.

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Lighting questions, answered by experts

Testing tools, such as Christmas light testers, non-contact proximity electrical testers, and multimeters, all simplify the process of testing Christmas lights. However, without one or more of those tools, testing Christmas lights the old-fashioned way only works sometimes. Without testing tools, the simplest testing method is visual inspection, which may or may not yield positive results.

Yes, outdoor lights and receptacles should be on a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) for safety. The outdoors is considered a wet location where GFCI protection is generally required. A GFCI enhances safety by automatically tripping and shutting off the circuit if it detects an imbalance, which protects against electrocution and reduces the risk of an electrical fire. While it is the safest approach for all outdoor electrical components, specific requirements can vary depending on the type of light (e.g., pool lights), its location, and local electrical codes. For guidance tailored to your specific situation, it's best to consult a professional electrician.

The average cost to install outdoor or landscape lighting is around $4,000, with most projects ranging from $2,000 to $6,000. The total cost can vary widely depending on several factors, including the number of fixtures, design complexity, and the type and quality of the lights used, such as wall sconces, pathway lights, or lamp posts. Other factors that influence the price are the square footage of the area being lit, the amount of electrical work needed, any required excavation or trenching, and local permitting costs. For specific types, you might pay around $100 for pathway or string lighting and up to $700 for lamp post lighting.

Common outdoor lighting issues include faulty or exposed wiring, burnt-out or damaged bulbs, and broken or faulty fixtures. Regular maintenance can help prevent many of these problems.

Your maintenance needs revolve around the type of foundation you choose, as well as how you furnish or decorate it. Patios require little else other than the occasional hose-down, but decks and other wooden structures will require annual power washing and sealing. You may also need to restain the wood every two to three years.

Adding a solid roof rather than building a pergola or leaving the space open will make maintenance much easier. Without a roof, you will need to spend more time sweeping, washing, and covering your furniture to protect it from UV bleaching.

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